1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 735 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Marcos Mantara | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | Mantara | Passat |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |